Following a stroke or a traumatic brain injury, an individual may not recognize emotions in others as easily. This is often referred to as impaired emotion recognition. Emotions are communicated by facial expressions, vocal inflections and volume, body language, and...
When people think of speech therapy, they often imagine exercises focused on articulating "s" and "r". However, manual touch therapy for voice and swallowing is an increasingly recognized approach that uses hands-on techniques to help individuals with dysphagia...
Last Thursday I attended the monthly Parkinson's Disease Support Group (takes place every third Thursday at 6:00 at p.m. at Utah Specialty Hospital, 306 West River Bend Lane, Provo). Dan Adams and Brett Walker from PhotoPharmics explained the science behind an...
The Connection Between Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Communication How Untreated Hearing Loss and Tinnitus Can Lead to Difficulties in Conversation and Social Interaction Hearing is essential to daily communication, allowing us to connect with loved ones, engage in...
Introduction There's a common misconception that speech therapy is exclusively for children, but the reality is far more diverse. Adults also face speech challenges that can significantly impact their communication and quality of life. Adult Speech Challenges...
Speak Parkinson's disease is a neurological condition that affects millions of people worldwide, impacting movement, balance, and speech. Among the challenges faced by individuals with Parkinson's, communication difficulties can be particularly frustrating and...
Introduction May is stroke awareness month. A stroke can be a life-altering event, affecting not only physical abilities but also communication skills. The journey to recovery after a stroke often involves various therapies, and one of the most crucial among them is...
Esophageal cancer poses significant challenges not only to physical health but also to communication and swallowing functions. April is esophageal cancer awareness month, making today a good time to learn about the treatment of this condition, difficulties with speech...
In recent years, a new trend has emerged in the field of speech therapy-- in-home therapy. This innovative approach to therapy brings the healing process directly into the comfort and familiarity of one's own home. Creating a Safe and Healing Environment: Creating a...
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